Hen's Nightlife Guide to the Diamond Strip
| Top Reasons to Visit the Diamond Strip |
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 | Bars - The most popular nightlife zone in the city is home to a whole host of opulent bars and clubs – most recognisable from MTV’s Geordie Shore. |
 | Restaurants - The street dedicated to drinking still recognises the need to line your stomachs – with Revolution, Manahatta and Miller & Carter among the restaurants in the area. |
 | Music - These clubs blast chart topping bangers ‘til the early hours, with national and international DJs performing their sets. |
 | Shopping - Trust us, when you’re partying here, shopping will be the last thing on your minds. |
 | Art - The time, effort and skill that goes into a Diamond Strip girl’s hair and make-up before a big night, is more Picasso ever put in. |
Synonymous with the crowd from MTV’s Geordie Shore, the aptly named Diamond Strip is home to the exclusive, A-list crowd. Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Kanye West and Michelle Keegan have all been seen around these parts…
Just along from Central Station, and well within walking distance of other nightlife districts, this is the city’s trendiest area – brimming with decadent and extravagant bars. As soon as you set foot on the diamond encrusted pavements (not really), you will have (literally) stepped onto the set of Geordie Shore – with muscle-bound blokes and lasses with nee coats roaming the streets.
You can get entry to a ton of these great bars, from Flares to Revolution to Howlers with our brilliant value Newcastle Nightlife Wristband that gets you in to 10+ bars and clubs in total.
Become a Geordie Shore extra on your hen weekend, with a trip down the famous Diamond Strip.
01. Tup Tup Palace
Visit Website7 St Nicholas' St, NE1 1RE
Since hitting Newcastle’s nightlife scene in 2007, Tup Tup has earned itself a reputation as one of the city's hottest nightclubs. If you’re into your celebrity spotting, the bohemian underworld of Tup Tup Palace is screaming your name. Dripping in Eastern finery, with mosaic lamps, Champagne snugs and exotic indoor waterfalls – it’s seen Ed Sheeran, Drake, Example, The Saturdays, Tinie Tempah, Olly Murs, JLS, Boyzone, Plan B, Ne-Yo and Ricky Hatton all pass through its doors.
- No. of Bars: Two
- Beer Garden: Yes
- Live Music: DJ booth
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon: Closed
Tues - Fri: 23:00 - 03:00
Sat: 22:00 - 03:00
Sun: Closed
02. Chachabuchi
Visit Website28-32 Collingwood St, NE1 1JF
ChachaBuchi is a cosy chalet style bar. This sophisticated, homely, chalet style bar is bound to give you a great send off for your last night of freedom. Boasting a wood finish interior with cosy booths and warm lanterns, the whole place is chic and cosy. Play shuffleboard or just dance the night away. With live entertainment every night as well you’ll be able to enjoy all genres of music, even those guilty pleasures you might not admit to. ChachaBuchi really does offer something to suit every taste.
- No. of Bars: Two
- Beer Garden: Yes
- Live Music: Thus-Sat
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon: 23:00 - 03:00
Tues: Closed
Weds: 23:00 - 03:00
Thurs - Fri: 17:00 - 23:00
Sun: Closed
03. Social Bar
Visit Website 28-32 Collingwood St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1JF
Found pretty much slap bang in the middle of the Diamond Strip, Social Bar is a late-night cocktail bar that has a very striking interior. It boasts a feature wall of an alternative looking fairy, ornate lighting and plush, red booth seating. Here you can enjoy quality cocktails whilst enjoying DJs playing the very best in R&B.
- No. of Bars: One
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: No
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon – Thurs: 20:00 – 01:00
Fri – Sat: 19:00 – 03:00
Sun: 20:00 – 01:00
04. Revolution
Visit WebsiteCollingwood St, NE1 1JF
With over 60 bars to their name, this massive chain know a thing or two about throwing the ultimate hen party. The splendid exterior of Newcastle’s Revolution leads you into a grand, old building with 30ft ceilings, marble pillars and classic wood features. The generous drinks offers and fantastic Happy Hour ensures this place is brimming with booze and party animals, every night of the week.
- No. of Bars: Two
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: DJ booth
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: 2-4-1 All day every day babyyyy
- Opening Times:
Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 00:00
Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 02:00
Sun: 12:00 - 00:00
05. Howlers
Visit Website28-32 Collingwood St, NE1 1JF
Howlers is right next door, so in your drunken state you should be able to find this stylish, fun filled and extravagant club, where you’ll never be bored. LED lights everywhere, a ball pit and other areas to enjoy, what more could you ask for? As Newcastle’s only club with a ball pit bar, you can bring out your inner child and jump in before grabbing a drink or few. With live entertainment every night too, you’ll be dancing and singing a long all while sipping on your enormous cocktail. Enjoy the wide range of drinks to choose from. They also serve slices of pizza deep into the night. This bar will get you up and dancing as soon as you step through the door.
- No. of Bars: Two
- Beer Garden: Secret smoking area
- Live Music: DJ booth and selection of performers
- Fancy Dress: Yes
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon: 22:00 - 03:00
Tues - Weds: Closed
Thurs: 17:00 - 00:00
Fri: 17:00 - 03:00
Sat: 14:00 - 03:00
Sun: Closed
06. Katie O'Brien's Irish Tavern
Visit Website 20 Collingwood St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1JF
Injecting a bit of that good old Irish party spirit into The Diamond Strip is Katie O’ Brien’s, a lively Irish tavern. Boasting live music every weekend (including some of the best local talent!), a Dublin-like atmosphere and quaint Irish-themed décor, this place is very popular with both the locals and visitors. So, come on in and grab yourself a Guinness (some punters are saying this is the best Guinness you can get in Newcastle) as you enjoy an Irish knees up!
- No. of Bars: One
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: Yes
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon - Thurs: 17:00 - 01:00
Fri: 15:00 - 03:00
Sat: 12:00 - 03:00
Sun: 12:00 - 00:00
07. The Prince
Visit Website 8 Pudding Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1UE
The Prince is an Apres-Ski themed bar found just off the Diamond Strip. The inside is decked out with wooden paneling and elegant lighting to give you the feel of a cosy skiing lodge. This place has live music, local beers, cocktails and live sports. Delve deeper into the back and you will find their famed karaoke den.
- No. of Bars: One
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: Yes
- Fancy Dress: Yes, but not offensive
- Happy Hours: Yes
- Opening Times:
Mon – Thurs: 12:00 – 00:00
Fri – Sat: 12:00 – 02:00
Sun: 12:00 – 00:00
08. Flares
Visit Website33 Mosley St, NE1 1YF
Neon leg warmers, permed wigs and lycra at the ready – it’s time to praise everything we loved about the 70s. Flares is a colourful celebration of the glorious decade, with retro interiors, glitter balls, a multi-coloured dancefloor and even a VW Beetle hanging from the rafters. Cheap, cheerful and unashamedly brash – Flares and cheese-tastic hen parties go hand in hand.
- No. of Bars: One
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: DJ booth
- Fancy Dress: Yes
- Happy Hours: Yes
- Opening Times:
Mon - Tues: Closed
Weds - Thurs: 21:00 - 01:00
Fri: 20:00 - 02:00
Sat: 15:00 - 02:00
Sun: 22:00 - 02:00
09. Manahatta
Visit Website9, 17 Collingwood St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1HE
Bringing a slice of the big apple to Newcastle, this super cool New York themed bar is about as glamourous as it gets. With plush comfy booths, an incredibly well stocked bar and quirky NYC-themed décor such as neon ‘Don’t Walk, Dance’ signs, this is a fantastic place to grab a cocktail such as a Broadway Spritz or an East Side Manhatta. You can even get tasty New York-inspired food with yummy hot dogs and burgers on the menu.
- No. of Bars: One
- Sports: No
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: No
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: No
- Opening Times:
Mon - Tues: Closed
Weds: 16:00 - 23:00
Thurs: 16:00 - 00:00
Fri: 16:00 - 02:00
Sat: 12:00 - 02:00
Sun: 12:00 - 23:00
10. Mimo
Visit Website 8 Pudding Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1UE
Mimo is a tiki bar that’s famous for treble measures or as us Geordies call them “trebs”. Having been on the scene for well over a decade, Mimo’s has been a solid Newcastle nightlife favorite. As well as trebles, you can also play ping pong here (if you’ve had trebs you’ll do well to hit the ball!) and dance the night away to their DJs.
- No. of Bars: One
- Beer Garden: No
- Live Music: No
- Fancy Dress: No
- Happy Hours: Yes
- Opening Times:
Mon – Thurs: 20:00 – 02:00
Fri – Sat: 19:00 – 02:00
Sun: 20:00 – 02:00
Cash, Cabs and Kebabs
Cash Machines
The Diamond Strip itself doesn’t really do ATMs (it’s far too posh for that) – but there are several in surrounding areas such as the Bigg Market and Grainger Street.
Taxis
There’s a taxi rank right in the middle of The Diamond Strip, as well as another just along from Central Station. The adjoining The Bigg Market also has its own designated taxi rank, should The Diamond Strip queues be too long.
Takeaways
No Geordie Shore night out ends without one of the group’s heads in a box of cheesy chips or pizza – and neither will your hen night. Although it’s a classy district, it’s still littered with fast food joints to indulge in. There’s even a Subway actually on The Diamond Strip – a welcome sight at 2am after several Revs vodka chains.
If The Diamond Strip sounds like your sort of night oot, have a look on our Newcastle hen weekends page to see what we can organise for you.
*We know the Diamond Strip better than Charlotte and Gaz themselves, and all info in this guide was correct at the time of publishing. Probably.